What Carries Us
Emily Yungmin Yoon
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Emily Jungmin Yoon is a poet who has already defined her presence in the literary community with publications, fellowships, and reputable awards. Currently she is pursuing a PhD in Korean literature. Emily is also the poetry editor for The Margins, the literary magazine of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop.
We are glad to share with you Emily's understanding of the world which is detailed, elaborate, and right on point. Enjoy her poems as her word choice is impeccable under every circumstance. Our interview with Emily Jungmin Yoon will set the right tone for the week ahead. This is our way of tending to our minds. Join us! Read more... |
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Chef Chris Cosentino
Focused. Creative. Unsettled.
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Chef Chris Cosentino is a visionary with many passions and endless energy to achieve a lot while also making friends and leaving a mark as he moves forward. He co-owns four award winning restaurants and he is involved with projects that make a difference in important ways. Some examples include cycling for No Kid Hungry, winning Bravo's Top Chef Masters, speaking openly about mental health, and now being involved with initiatives to get as much assistance as possible for the restaurant business as it is hit hard by the current pandemic. This is your chance to learn more about a master chef who is focused, creative and remains unsettled, but humble.
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As Chef Chris says, Some of the innovative and creative ideas come in a time of need, and this is that time. A need to help, a need to be positive, a need for love and guidance, just to name a few basics.
The goal is to come out of this as a ball of energy and positivity, to help everyone get back to their lives again with excitement, and not fear.
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The goal is to come out of this as a ball of energy and positivity, to help everyone get back to their lives again with excitement, and not fear.
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American Quilter's Society
A Story of Pride & Success
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We have had the good fortune of speaking with Meredith Schroeder, the Founder of the American Quilter’s Society. She is a successful leader, a community builder, a far-sighted, big-hearted nurturer. She hails from Paducah, KY, and she is a star for everything she has done for Paducah, for the community of quilters, and for quilting as an American art form with the power to soothe body, mind and soul. Ms. Schroeder has the energy we all need through especially during this horrible global pandemic. It's true that her business decisions have changed as a result of COVID19. Her main concern is “thinking about the best way to keep our employees employed and safe.”
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If you are an avid quilter, share some of your quilting experiences with us. Ms. Schroeder believes that quilters are the most caring, sharing and positive people. That’s the best company we need now more than ever.
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Greatness...
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...my assignment: how do I understand greatness? What will it take to achieve it? And right now, I don't know. I am a little bit overwhelmed by all the usage of "great" "greater" "greatest" or "greatness". I'm tired of hearing these words. Maybe I've heard them said at the wrong time by the wrong people.
Maybe deep down I know I'll never do anything great and that's why I don't know what to say about 'greatness'. Maybe that's why I can only focus on small things that can be good and helpful. Maybe I'm more interested in relevance rather than greatness in these days of complete uncertainty. The most relevant actors in today's crazy reality are the ones who will pinpoint the connecting dots of greatness in the name of our common humanity. Those who act decisively and selflessly, keeping their cool under mounting pressure, will define greatness. We better take note and follow their lead. Read more... |
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Focus on Today!
We find ourselves in unchartered waters because of COVID-19. It is essential that we all pay attention to what the experts have to say. We should take professional advice seriously. At the same time, we should not panic. We should not fall into an endless abyss fearing death or worrying about what a worst case scenario might look like. No need to get hysterical rushing to buy 20 years worth of toilet paper. Forget about yesterday's failures of any kind. Focus on today. Think about now.
Share with us your #BeatTheBlues stories or #WhatMatters confessionals especially in trying times like these. Stay Safe!
Share with us your #BeatTheBlues stories or #WhatMatters confessionals especially in trying times like these. Stay Safe!
@ourtime
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My resolve this year is to live and love passionately and at times quietly in my own ways. I will ignore toxicity in all forms, shapes, and colors. My life is mine with all its quirky twists and turns, ups and downs, tears and laughter. I won't let the daily train delays wear me down. I will smile back at a friendly face. I will enjoy the smell of flowers and plants at the flower market on my way to work. I will get inspired by a fellow human walking with confidence. I will take notice of the myriad of wonderful offerings this big city with a gigantic heart has to offer. Getting here has been one of my biggest dreams. Still, this is not my final stop. I have much love to share and work to do. My mantra this year is: Bring it on! What's yours? Share it with us on Twitter
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Tokyo Stories
by Francesco Tristano
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In a world of ever-growing armies of people giving it all they’ve got for an ounce of notoriety of any sort, there seems to be another group of people who are the complete opposite. They are the ones who do not seek glory but live and work in search of serenity. For this group, purpose and passion seem to intertwine.
Fracesco Tristano is a Juilliard educated, Luxembourg-born pianist and electronic artist. He is a good example of multitalented, creative minds whose purpose is to share with the world his pure love of music. Read more... |
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Diary of a French Girl
by Margot SergentMargot Sergent is the star of The Piaf Experience, a Parisian Cabaret Revival featuring the best of Piaf, Aznavour, and Trenet. She will be performing at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club in NYC next month, on November 22nd and 23rd. Consider this your chance to get acquainted with a talented French-born, classically trained, jazz musician who sees herself as a citizen of the world surrounded by beauty.
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Imagined Realities
by Alaba Onajin
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Alaba Onajin is one of the artists chosen for the Women in African History Project by UNESCO. The mission of the project is to educate children in Africa and also the world about the brave women who have helped shaped the progress and growth of the continent. What better choice than a young artist who has passion, vision, and tenacity to keep doing what he loves and forget about the nay sayers and negative energy of any kind.
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Anaïs Duplan
You Will Succeed
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Anaïs Duplan is the type of poet and writer whose works you want to read and re-read until his newest one is published.
Get acquainted with Anaïs Duplan’s work and you will feel like you have a friend who’ll always keep the conversation flow with what’s true and real, intelligent and clear. At this moment Anaïs believes “getting more in touch with your emotions helps you connect with others in more genuine ways. Intimacy is such a magical thing, and then again, it’s so ordinary! If we can get out of the way of it, it happens so naturally.” Read more... |
Lovebirds
by Martin Garde Abildgaard
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Lovebirds is the latest short film written and directed by Martin Garde Abildgaard. It’s always a treat to see Martin’s work. He never fails to present a clear vision that ties in a number of elements backing up vibrant ideas in the most evocative and aesthetically appealing manner.
Enjoy Lovebirds and binge watch Martin Garde Abildgaard’s works, and get inspired to add your own flavor to the positive vibes, attitude, and good work needed in the world. Read more... |
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In Pencil & Paper
by Christelle Bilodeau
Christelle Bilodeau’s portfolio includes amazing pencil drawings of some fantastic artists such Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Amy Winehouse, Bob Dylan, Lady Gaga and many more. Her artistry is undeniable and just take a look at her body of work for an introduction to her talent. Christelle’s portraits reflect a high level of precision, plenty of details and that that little something that captivates the essence of each individual who becomes the subject of her art pieces.
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Amy Winehouse - Before Frank series
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Pencil drawing of Bob Dylan
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Pencil drawing of Lady Gaga
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